Starz may have canceled it, but Netflix is giving Monica Raymund’s gritty crime drama a second chance — and fans of Chicago Fire have every reason to tune in.
While Chicago Fire fans count down the days to Season 14 this fall, Netflix is stepping in with the perfect summer binge. The streamer has officially announced that Hightown, the acclaimed (and prematurely canceled) Starz drama starring Chicago Fire alum Monica Raymund, will hit the platform on July 23.
A Second Life for Hightown
Debuting on Starz in 2020, Hightown followed Jackie Quiñones (Raymund), a National Marine Fisheries Service agent whose path to sobriety becomes entangled in a high-stakes murder investigation. Set against the moody backdrop of Cape Cod’s drug-ravaged underworld, the show offered a raw, unflinching look at addiction, crime, and redemption.
The series quietly ended in March 2024, wrapping after three intense seasons and 25 episodes. But the real heartbreak for fans came when Starz not only canceled the show — it also pulled it from its streaming platform, leaving Hightown virtually unwatchable.
That changes now.
With all three seasons arriving on Netflix this month, Hightown is finally accessible again — giving longtime fans a reason to celebrate and new audiences a chance to discover Raymund’s powerful lead performance.
Why It’s Worth Watching
Although Hightown didn’t get a carefully plotted finale (a common fate in this era of sudden cancellations), it remains a standout for its character-driven storytelling and strong central performance.
Raymund delivers a career-best turn as Jackie — flawed, determined, vulnerable, and unforgettable.
For Chicago Fire loyalists, Hightown is also a bittersweet reunion with one of Firehouse 51’s most-missed characters. Raymund starred as Gabriela Dawson on Chicago Fire for six seasons before leaving in 2019 — and her absence has been deeply felt ever since.
Watching Hightown might just reignite your appreciation for her talent — and make you wish for a Dawson cameo more than ever.
More to Stream from the Chicago Fire Family
Netflix’s catalog is also home to a host of other titles starring familiar faces from One Chicago:
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Lauren German (Leslie Shay) shines in the devilish supernatural drama Lucifer.
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Charlie Barnett (Peter Mills) appears in Russian Doll and the second season of You.
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Eamonn Walker (Chief Boden) flexes his range in the 2009 action drama Blood and Bone.
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David Eigenberg (Christopher Herrmann) can be seen in Sex and the City, with six seasons now streaming.
Whether you’re craving gritty crime thrillers, intense drama, or just some familiar faces, Netflix is serving up a buffet of Chicago Fire-adjacent content to get you through the show’s summer hiatus.
Can’t Wait? Peacock Has the Full Firehouse
Of course, the original Chicago Fire remains available on Peacock, where all 13 seasons are currently streaming. With Season 14 not expected until late September, now’s the perfect time for a full rewatch or a deep dive into earlier seasons you may have missed.
👀 Bottom Line:
Netflix’s revival of Hightown isn’t just a second chance for the series — it’s a celebration of Monica Raymund’s undeniable talent and a must-watch for fans of bold, character-driven crime drama.
